as in collapsed
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as in crumpled
to fall down or in as a result of physical pressure
a controlled demolition during which the entire building imploded in a matter of seconds
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Yet his regime collapsed within days of the start of a coordinated rebel offensive.—
Hamidreza Azizi,
Foreign Affairs,
23 Dec. 2024 -
Other homes seemed to be abandoned—partially collapsed and overgrown with weeds.—
Chad Murphy,
The Enquirer,
23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Seen through telescopic eyes, the night sky is dotted with the glowing remains of exploded stars.—
Jayson Stewart,
IEEE Spectrum,
5 Mar. 2025
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The radioactive material from the exploded reactor then mixed with clouds and spread irregularly over the European continent.—
Franziska Exeler,
The Dial,
18 Feb. 2025
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Galls can begin semisoft but harden with a cracked surface over time, though plants won’t necessarily display symptoms the same season or year they were infected.—
Miri Talabac,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Mar. 2023
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The urban landscape, with its cracked sidewalks, patchy transit, and the lurking possibility of violence, is a daily challenge.—
Robert Weisman,
BostonGlobe.com,
25 Mar. 2023
Adjective
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If signed into law, the Senate bill would create a split regulatory structure between state and federal agencies.—
Owen Tedford,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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Here is a look at the impact of split division, the University Interscholastic League’s goals and potential changes for future seasons.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Over 250 conflicts in the past century have claimed millions of lives, devastated economies and crippled infrastructure.—
Dr. Adil Dalal,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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In a matter of moments, the world lost a beloved artist, and her family, friends, and fans were left devastated and in mourning.—
Baltimore Sun Editorial Board,
Baltimore Sun,
6 Mar. 2025
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“Imploded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imploded. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.
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